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After a year that began with temple visits, weddings and family traditions in Gujarat, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant have switched gears and flown
off for a luxury holiday in the Maldives. The couple recently arrived on the island nation, and as per reports, are putting up camp at an uber-luxury hotel that is touted to be one of the world’s most luxurious private island resorts: Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi.
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi: A Private Island Stay For VVIP Guests
As per Hotelier Maldives, the Ambani scion and daughter in law are staying at the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi. The brand, which boasts some of the finest hotels across the world, is a favourite among billionaires, largely because they offer complete privacy and tailored experiences.Much like other luxury hotels in Maldives, this hotel too is built on a private island, and has every possible amenity under the sun, including secluded villas and personal concierge services to dedicated culinary teams. For guests like the Ambanis, discretion and exclusivity are key, and this resort is designed to deliver exactly that.
The villas at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi are often described as some of the finest in the Maldives. Each villa comes with its own private pool and unique features such as hammock-style beds suspended over crystal-clear waters or soft white sand. You can gauge the luxury offered by the price of its most basic, entry-level villas.
A King Reef Villa with Pool for two adults starts at around ₹2.83 lakh per night, plus taxes and fees. A King Beach Villa with Pool costs approximately ₹3.02 lakh per night, while an Overwater Villa with Pool starts at over ₹2.90 lakh per night, excluding taxes. At the top end is the resort’s most exclusive offering: a three-bedroom villa with two private pools, priced at nearly ₹28.26 lakh per night, with additional taxes.
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Luxury at the Waldorf Astoria goes well beyond the villas. Guests have access to 11 specialty dining venues, each offering a distinct culinary experience. One of the most talked-about is Terra, a treetop restaurant where diners eat inside bamboo pods perched at the highest point of the island. You can also choose to dine at The Ledge by Dave Pynt, an Australian-style grill. As expected, you can also opt for private dining experiences anywhere on the island, including the beach!
